ON-GOING CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:

Hip Hop/ Jazz /
Jazz Funk

Aicha "Astou" Sagna
African Dance (Senegal) - Tuesdays 7:30-9:00pm, $12/class

Description: Students will learn West African Dances from Senegal, Mali, and Guinea. The class begins with a ½ hour warm-up, and progresses to energetic dancing. There are live drummers.

Clothing: Comfortable clothes, loose or stretchy. Lapa or Sarong optional, bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Ife Bolden
African (West African, various) - Mondays 6:00-7:30pm, $12/class

Description: Dances from various regions of West Africa.

Clothing: Clothing should be loose. Women may wear a lapa (cloth wrapped around the hips) but it is not required. Accompanied by live African drumming. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Fatou N'Diaye
African (Senegal) - Saturdays 4:30-6:00pm, $12/class,

Contact: 617-427-5160, or visit: www.Silimbo.com.

Description: Dances primarily from Senegal, West Africa, including Djembe and Sabar. Accompanied by live African drumming.

Clothing: Clothing should be loose. Women may wear a lapa (cloth wrapped around the hips) but it is not required. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Fatou Carol Sylla
African (Senegal, Guinea) - Fridays 6:00-7:30, $12/class, $6 for children and teens, free for children taking class with an adult.

Contact: 617-868-6193.

Description: West Africa has an enormously rich cultural heritage in the arts that have long been traditional sources of self-knowledge, community cohesion, and spiritual communion. Come and learn traditional dances, rhythms, and songs from Senegal and Guinea, West Africa. At the same time explore the functions of these dances in relationship to your own life. Class warm-up includes working on core strength, flexibility, stamina, grounded-ness and rhythmic sensibility. This is a multi-level class; advanced beginner level dancers and up. Accompanied by live African drumming.

Clothing: Clothing should be loose. Women may wear a lapa (cloth wrapped around the hips) but it is not required, bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Sidi Mohamed "Joh" Camara
African (Mali, Ivory Coast, Guinea) - Sundays 3:00-4:30, $12/class, $6 for children up to 16 years of age.

Contact: Joh Camara 617.822.3262, www.JohOnLine.com

Description: Students will learn a variety of West African Dances from Mali, Guinea and Ivory Coast regions. Students will learn the cultural and historical context for each dance. The class begins with a ½ hour warm-up, and progresses to energetic dancing to live drumming (djembe and djun-djun). Come experience one of the most skilled and enthusiastic master dancers/teachers and one of the premier West African classes in terms of energy. During class Joh tailors his teaching to accommodate all levels of dancers. Class is accompanied by live percussion by African drum masters.

Clothing: Clothing should be loose. Women may wear a lapa or sarong (cloth wrapped around the hips) but it is not required, bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Lamine Toure
Sabar (Senegal) - Thursdays 6:30-8:00pm, $12/class

Contact: laminesabar@yahoo.com

Description: This class focuses on sabar dance, an energetic and beautiful Senegalese art form. You will learn the fundamentals of Senegalese dance, starting with basic movements, then progressing to a repertory of choreographed dance steps. Emphasis is on learning technique, dance steps and understanding how dance and drum rhythms are closely intertwined. All classes are accompanied by live sabar drumming.

Clothing: Clothing should be loose. Women may wear a lapa (cloth wrapped around the hips) but it is not required, bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Marianne Harkless
Afro-Jazz - Thursdays 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM, $12.00/class

Class description: Afro-Jazz dance is a fusion of African, Afro-Brazilian, Caribbean and jazz dance styles. Classes are up-beat and begin with a warm-up, followed by movement across the floor and a choreographed combination. Students should be barefoot. All levels of dancers are welcome.

Clothing: Choice of sweat pants, leggins, leotards, African wraps and/or sarongs, bare foot. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Pape N'Diaye
Beginning West African Dance (Senegal) - Sundays 1:30-3:00pm, $12/class

Contact: ndiayeartiste@yahoo.com, or visit: www.papendiaye.com

Description: Sabar, the national dance of Senegal , is an energetic and beautiful traditional dance form, named after the family of drums that play its vivacious rhythms. In this class you will learn the fundamentals of Sabar dance, starting with basic movements, then progressing to a repertory of choreographed dance steps. Also accompanied by live sabar drumming, this class will help you understand how the dance and drum rhythms are closely intertwined. In addition to fine-tuning your sabar technique, you will learn the latest sabar moves and be inspired by the energy that Pape N'Diaye brings to every class!

Clothing: Clothing should be loose. Women may wear a lapa (cloth wrapped around the hips) but it is not required, bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Seydou Coulibaly
African (Mali) - Wednesdays 7:30-9:00pm, $12/class.

Contact: Erich 617-388-0413.

Description: Dances primarily from Mali, West Africa. Accompanied by live African drumming.

Clothing: Clothing should be loose. Women may wear a lapa (cloth wrapped around the hips) but it is not required. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Anna Myer

• Beginning Ballet - Tuesdays & Fridays 6:00-7:00pm, $10/class
• Beginning 2 Ballet - Thursdays, 5:45-6:45pm $10/class
• Intermediate Ballet - Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30pm, & Saturdays, 12:00-1:30pm, $12/class

Contact: 617-547-9699, or visit: www.annamyerdancers.org

Clothing: Please wear comfortable dance clothing and ballet slippers. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Liz Lapuh

• Introductory Ballet - Saturdays 10:30am-11:30am, $11/class
  • Description: This class is for students with no prior training in ballet.
• Advanced Beginner Ballet - Mondays 6:00-7:30pm, Sundays 1:00-2:30pm, $13/class, $11/class with pre-registration
  • Description: This class is geared toward students with little or no ballet training and toward those students who would like to fill the gaps in their knowledge of classical technique. The concentration is on teaching students correct alignment, ballet positions and steps and exploring efficient movement values.
• Elementary/Intermediate Ballet - Fridays 6:00-7:30, Saturdays 11:30am-1:00pm, $13/class, $11/class with pre-registration
  • Description: This class focuses on teaching longer combinations to familiarize students with movement patterns created by joining ballet steps. This increases the dancers' kinesthetic sense.
• Intermediate Ballet - Tuesdays 7:00-8:30pm, Thursdays 6:45-8:15pm, $13/class drop-in, $11/class with pre-registration
  • Description: This class is for the more experienced dancer. It makes use of the full range of ballet movement to increase competence and stamina.
• Pointe - Sundays 2:30-3:00pm, $5.00/class
  • Description: This is an intermediate Pointe class taught in five-week sessions.

Contact: Call 617-441-9315

Clothing: Should be leotard and tights or loose and comfortable; ballet shoes or socks. Shoes may be purchased at Teddy's Shoes, Mass Ave in Cambridge (downstairs from the Dance Complex), or Boston Dancewear, Mass Ave in Boston, near Symphony. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Margot Parsons
Intermediate Ballet - Mondays 10:00-11:30am, $12/class

Contact: www.dancevisions.net

Description: None Submitted.

Clothing: Please wear comfortable dance clothing and ballet slippers. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Rebecca Rice - NO CLASS TUESDAY, MARCH 23
ORGANIC Ballet - Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:30-12:00, $13/class, $7/barre only

Contact: www.rebeccaricedance.com

Join choreographer Rebecca Rice Tuesday and Thursday mornings for a class that explores movement from both the ballet and classical modern idioms. Ballet barre will be standard as well as attention to movement that builds both virtuosity of technique and creative self-expression.

Rebecca's dance classes focus on developing technical, theatrical performers and build strong, musical and organic movers. They seek to develop a dance artist’s sensibility, creativity, precision, and strength using techniques from Ballet, Bill Evans/ Limon-based modern, Laban, Effort Shape as well as various Pilates and Zena Rommets floor work. Ballet barre, classical and contemporary movement as well as new choreographic ideas will be part of every class. Attention to working with challenging rhythms in order to build strong musicality will be stressed.

QUOTE: "Rebecca Rice has forged a movement lexicon that fuses ballet and modern dance in a way that seems totally organic, comfortably familiar yet not routine. The foundation in traditional ballet is impeccably clear, yet her work is grounded in the weighted earthiness and gestural richness of modern dance."

STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Roseann Ridings
Intermediate Ballet - Wednesdays & Fridays 11:15am-12:45pm, $13/class, $7/barre

Description: The level of class is intermediate. A lot of professional modern dancers as well as adult students participate. Individuals with no experience would not be able to keep up, but once they have learned the basics they could follow along. The technique is a more eclectic approach rather than Russian, Chechetti, or RAD.

Clothing: Should be leotard and tights and ballet shoes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Lino "leanski" Delgado
Break Dancing - starting February 15, 2010, Monday 5:00-6:00pm, $12/class

Contact: email leanski@gmail.com or visit www.floorlords.com

Description: The class will consist of classic Bboy/girl top rock, footwork, & freezes for beginners and for dancers who need to work on foundation, top rock, & floor rock.

STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Deraldo Ferreira
Brazilian Samba - Saturdays 1:30-3:00pm, $12/class. Purchase classes in advance and get a discount - 10 classes for $100.00.

Contact: Call 617-388-8403 or visit: www.bccne.org or email: bccne@mindspring.com

Description: Brazilian Samba dance, the way you would do it in the clubs with your Brazilian friends.... Now with LIVE samba music, played by master musicians!

Clothing: Choice of sweat pants, leggings, leotards, African wraps and/or sarongs, and dance shoes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Glenio De Oliviera
Samba de Gafieira - Sundays 1:30-2:30pm, $12/class - Discount with Pre-Registration: 5 classes for $50, 10 classes for $80!

Contact: Deraldo at 617-970-1248 or emial: glenioxuxa@hotmail.com

Description: Samba de gafiera is the most popular Brazilian ballroom dance. It is closest in structure to tango, but its movement aesthetics are deeply informed by many forms of Brazilian samba. The class is divided in two groups for beginners and intermediate/advanced levels. Classes are open to all levels, no partner is necessary and frequent partner changes will be encouraged.

Clothing: Anything comfortable for dancing, ballroom dance shoes are recommended for ladies, but not necessary. A lot of people wear sneakers, which is fine. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Mestre Chuvisco
Capoeira Regional - Mondays 6:30-8:00pm, Saturdays 10:30-12:00pm, $13/class

Contact: email: bostoncapoeira@yahoo.com

Description: Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian art that combines music, dance, acrobatics, and martial arts. It develops self-confidence, coordination, music skills, and self-awareness.

Clothing: T-shirt and sweat pants or loose fitting pants. Train barefoot or with clean, light-weight sneakers. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Mestre Deraldo
Capoeira Angola- Wednesdays, 7:30-9:00pm, $13, drop-ins are welcome - Saturdays 3:00pm - 5:00pm, $15, drop-ins are welcome. Purchase classes in advance and get a discount - 10 classes for $100.00.

Contact: Call 617-388-.8403, email: bccne@mindspring.com or visit: www.bccne.org

Description: The "game" of Capoeira Angola is named for the country credited with its origin, and it is closely connected to, respects, and honors its African past. It weaves intricate movements, spirituality, mental and physical discipline, fight, play, strategy, and philosophy into a rhythmic game of real or ritual combat. It is played slowly and deliberately, but with humor and joyfulness. The end result is spontaneous, un-choreographed, and is a physical "conversation" between players. Students will learn the fluid, dance-like movements that allow them to improvise in the roda, and learn how to sing & play the accompanying rhythmic instruments.

Clothing: T-shirt and sweat pants or loose fitting pants. Train with clean, light-weight sneakers or shoes (not street shoes). STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Jean Appolon
Haitian Dance - Saturdays 1:30pm-3:00pm, $13.00/class

Contact: Call 718-596-6330 or visit:www.JeanAppolon.com

Class Description: Open to ALL levels of dancers. Class utilizes Dunham/Horton modern and ballet techniques in order to prepare the body for learning the beautiful and complex movements of Haitian Folkloric dance; a unique synthesis of expression, deeply rooted in a multicultural past of African, Indian, Spanish, French and modern influences. Live percussion for every class with Haitian drum masters.

Clothing: Choice of sweat pants, leggings, leotards, African wraps and/or sarongs, bare foot. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Reynaldo Gonzales
Afro-Cuban Dance - Sundays 12:00-1:30pm, $12/class

Class Description: The class teaches the dances of various Afro-Cuban ethnic traditions, including Yoruba (Lucumi), Arara, Conga, etc., accompanied by live drumming and singing. In addition to dances of the Orisha, Palo Monte, etc., secular dances such as Rumba and Comparsa (carnival) dances are also taught.

Clothing: Clothing should be loose. Women should bring a wide skirt, bare foot. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Dennis Goldsmith
Tae-Kwon-Do - (children 51/2 years and up), All Levels - Saturdays 12:00-1:00pm

Contact teacher for registration/price: 617-868-3042

Description: Tae-Kwon-Do is a Korean art of self-defense. The students learn discipline, respect, body awareness, control, balance, coordination, self-defense, forms, and sparring

Clothing: Sweats or shorts, no shoes. Students can purchase a uniform from the teacher. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Denny Morrell
Intermediate Ballet (12-16yrs) - Fridays 4:30-6:00pm

Contact: Call 617-333-1998 or email: allaboutusinc@aol.com

Description: For youths and teens. Class concentrates on placement, building strength and individual interpretation.
Class includes full barre and floor stretch. Centre work includes: Port De Bras, Adage, Petit and Grande Enchainment, Pirouettes Grand Jete, Jete En Tournant Sauté, and Beats. Pointe work (by permission of instructor only) includes barre warm -up, center work, and turns.

Clothing: Leotard, tights, ballet slippers, pointe shoes for approved students. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Dicki Johnson Macy

• Duncan Dance Tuesdays 10:00-11:00am
  • Class description: Classes are for children ages 1.5 -3yrs. The emphasis is on the relationship to each other and nature, respect, honor, and grace. There is a focus on solitude and affiliation balanced through choreographic etudes and classical music. The class is non-competitive, for children the emphasis is on creative movement.
• Duncan Dance Tuesdays 11:00am-12:00noon, Wednesdays 4:00-5:00pm, Thursdays 4:00-5:00pm (starts Jan 31st)
  • Class description: Classes are for children ages 3-5 yrs. The emphasis is on the relationship to each other and nature, respect, honor, and grace. There is a focus on solitude and affiliation balanced through choreographic etudes and classical music. The class is non-competitive, for children the emphasis is on creative movement.
• Duncan Dance Tuesdays 3:30- 4:30pm
  • Class Description: Classes are for children ages 5-7 yrs. The emphasis is on the relationship to each other and nature, respect, honor, and grace. There is a focus on solitude and affiliation balanced through choreographic etudes and classical music. The class is non-competitive, for children the emphasis is on creative movement.
• Duncan Dance Tuesdays 4:30- 5:30pm
  • Class Description: Classes are for children 8-11 yrs. The emphasis is on the relationship to each other and nature, respect, honor, and grace. There is a focus on solitude and affiliation balanced through choreographic etudes and classical music. The class is non-competitive, for children the emphasis is on creative movement.
• Duncan Dance Tuesdays 5:30- 6:30pm
  • Class Description: Classes are for teen-aged youth, 12-18 yrs. The emphasis is on the relationship to each other and nature, respect, honor, and grace. There is a focus on solitude and affiliation balanced through choreographic etudes and classical music. The class is non-competitive, for children the emphasis is on creative movement.

Dicki Johnson Macy, Center Studios - Duncan Dance, contact 617-699-1804 to register or for more information.

Clothing: Tunics in the style of Isadora Duncan are provided, please wear a sleeveless camisole or flesh colored leotards. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Eve Agush

• Tap 1 - Wednesdays 4:00-5:00pm (5-9yrs)
• Tap 2 Wednesdays 5:00-6:00pm (9-16yrs)

Contact: Call 617-216-1643 or email: adamant_eve@hotmail.com to register or for more information.

Description: This dance program is devoted to solid technique and age/skills appropriate choreography. The focus is on coordination, body alignment and rhythm. Classes centralize technique, combinations and choreography. The 4:00-5:00 pm Tap 1 class is for children ages 5-9. The 5:00-6:00pm class is for children ages 10+ who have one year tap experience. Tap shoes are required, ask instructor for assisstance. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Gretchen Hayden and Chhandika

• Kathak Dance - Int. / Adv. (Level 3 youth 12+ yrs & adults) - Sundays 10:30-11:30, $13/class - discount with pre-registration
  • Description: For intermediate and advanced level students, previous class participation required.. In these classes, we focus on three aspects of the dance: Nritta (pure dance, technique) - includes movement exercises, basic tatkar (footwork), chakkars (turns); rhythmic patterns and timing; recitation of the bols (language of the dance). Nritya (dance with rhythm and expression) - use of interpretive gestures, expression, and rendering of traditional songs and poems. Natya (drama) - learning the art of storytelling, the nava rasa (nine sentiments), working with ardhanariswara-shiva/shakti (masculine/feminine energies).
• Kathak Dance for Girls / Boys, 2A / 2B (Prerequisite: completion of Girls / Boys Foundations and Level 1B) - Sundays 11:30-12:30, session fee based on number of classes attended at $13/class
  • Description: Ongoing studies of kathak for young dancers, focusing on the development of footwork and movement technique, kathak yoga, history/theory, and storytelling.
• Kathak Basics for Beginners and Level 1 (for youth 12+ yrs. & adults) - Sundays 12:30-1:30, $13/class
  • Description: No experience required! With the goal of providing dancers a solid foundation in this dance form, this class will cover such basics as: footwork patterns, technique, rhythmic structures, recitation, hand gestures, stances, spins, facial expressions. Elements of storytelling and music will be included, along with information about the cultural influences and history of kathak.

Contact: Call Gretche Hayden at 617-429-2378, email: info@chhandika.org or visit: www.chhandika.org

Kathak is a highly sophisticated classical performing art characterized by intricate footwork, expressive movement of the hands and face, rhythmic intensity, swift turns and elegant stances. Wearing rows of small, brass bells on each ankle, the dancer alternates between recitation, footwork, fixed compositions, improvisation and story telling. In these classes, we focus on three aspects of the dance: Nritta (pure dance, technique) - includes movement exercises, basic tatkar (footwork), chakkars (turns), rhythmic patterns and timing, and recitation of the bols (language of the dance). Nritya (dance with rhythm and expression) - use of interpretive gestures, expression, and rendering of traditional songs and poems. Natya (drama) - learning the art of storytelling, the nava rasa (nine sentiments), working with ardhanariswara-shiva/shakti (masculine/feminine energies).

Clothing: Wear clothes that allow freedom of movement: salwar/kurta outfits, short-sleeves or long sleeves (rather than sleeveless) tops, skirt with leggings or tights underneath, sweat pants with a tunic/long shirt covering the hips, leotard, or t-shirt. Hair needs to be pinned or tied back so it does not cover the face or become distracting while dancing. Kathak is danced with the feet bare and so it is customary to keep feet and the floor as clean as possible.

School of Classical Ballet

• Primary Ballet - Wednesays 4:00-4:45am, children 4-6 yrs. $10.00/class
  • Class Description: Introduction to creative movement and Ballet for children ages 4-6 yrs.
• Beginner/Intermediate Ballet - Wednesdays 5:00-6:00pm, youth ages 11-13 yrs. $10.00/class
  • Class Description: Beginning and Intermediate, mixed level Ballet for children. Some may already have ballet experience, however, no experience is necessary - enrollment to be determined by instructor.
• Intermediate / Advanced Ballet - Thursdays 4:00-6:00pm, youth ages 12 yrs & up. $10.00/class
  • Class Description: For Intermediate through Advanced level students. Pointe shoes for appropriate students.

Contact: Call 617-491-8609

School of Classical Ballet - Ballet, Modern, and Jazz for kids and youths, contact 617-491-8609 to register or for more information. Special Summer Session: June 28 - July 28, See Class Schedule Page under 'Children's Classes' or call for more information. Class Schedule

Clothing: leotard, tights, ballet slippers. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Olivier Besson
Movement Improv Jam with Live Music - Second and fourth Monday of every month (in May the 2nd & 3rd Mondays, NO Class on Memorial Day), 8:00-10:00pm. $6, All are welcome. No Jams in July and August.

Contact: Call 617-202-9323 or email: osbesson@yahoo.com

Description: The jams are a playground of dance and music, where individual needs and collective awareness give space to the spontaneous expression of one's creativity thru art and play. All styles and abilities are welcome.

Clothing: Bare feet, comfortable dance clothes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Ramon de los Reyes

• Beginner Flamenco 1 & 2, Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00pm, Saturdays, 3:00-4:30pm, $13 per class
• Intermediate/Advanced Flamenco, Tuesdays 8:00-9:30pm, Saturdays 1:30-3:00pm, $13/class

Contact: Call 617-265-5324 or email: spanishdancetheatre@yahoo.com

Description: Maestro Ramon, recognized the world over as a master teacher, utilizes teaching methods that are unique and intensely exciting. They cover an in-depth approach to technique, repertoire, and interpretation that results in a thorough understanding of the art of Flamenco. Flamenco is a total art form of dance, music, song and a way of life. Beginner students will learn basic Flamenco technique- footwork, arms, posture, turns, and choreography. Students will also learn to play to castanets.

Clothing: For female students includes a flamenco skirt, flamenco shoes, and castanets. For male students includes boots and castanets. Beginner students may take lessons with regular shoes for the first class. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Carl Alleyne

• Hip Hop Empowerment Beginning Basics - Saturdays 9:30-10:30am, $10/class
• Hip Hop Empowerment Beginner Saturdays 10:30am-11:30am, $10/class

Contact: Call 888-420-5503 x81 or visit: www.carlalleyne.com .

Description: Contemporary hip hop, locking, poppin, and breakin. Classes start off with a basic warm-up. Then Carl breaks the class down with a hip-hop combination. Beginning Hip Hop is geared toward students who are beginner/advanced beginner level. Beginner Basics is for those who are new to the Hip Hop style. In this class Carl will lay out the basic foundations of the movement style.

Clothing: Basic gym clothes and dance or gym sneakers. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Danny Swain
Jazz-Funk (Advanced Beginner / Intermediate) - Tuesdays 6:00-7:00pm, $11/class

Contact: Call the Dance Complex 617-547-9363 x13 or www.DannySwainDance.org

Class Description: Whether you're looking for a dance class that lets you get down like a pop star, or you're looking for a fun workout to shed the winter pounds, Jazz-Funk is a great way to have fun and stay in shape. Geared towards dancers with some previous experience, classes are on a "drop in" basis.

Clothing: Wear comfortable clothing (no jeans) and jazz sneakers, or sneakers that you don't wear outdoors. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Derrick Davis
Jazz Funk Open (CCAE) - Wednesdays 8:30-9:30pm, $10/class

Contact: Call CCAE 617-547-6789 - Class is held when CCAE is out of session.

Class Description: Move to phat jazzy grooves! Smile away the hour as you immerse your body and soul in a dance style that combines jazz dance technique with hip-hop and club steps. Focus on breathing and posture during jazz warm-up and follow with fun and funky combinations.

Clothing: Wear comfortable clothing (no jeans) and jazz sneakers, or sneakers that you don't wear outdoors. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Honey Blonder
Street Funk Open - Thursdays (CCAE) 8:00-9:00pm & Sundays, 11:00AM-12Noon.

Contact: Call CCAE 617-547-6789 or 617-510-2605 or visit www.HoneyBlonderDance.com. Both classes are on-going; Thursday class will be held when CCAE is out of session.

Class Description: Hip hop your way through an hour of high-energy dance set to pop and hip hop tunes. A short warm up will be followed by a hip hop combination that will grow and be repeated throughout class. Each week a new combination will be taught. Class will end with a short cool down. Come prepared to dance!

Clothing: Wear comfortable clothing (no jeans) and jazz sneakers, or sneakers that you don't wear outdoors. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Lisa Simon
Jazz (All Levels) - Mondays 7:00-8:30pm, Wednesdays 7:30-9:00pm, $12/class

Class Description: Classic jazz class with a Ballet, African and Latin base. Set warm-up, across the floor work and combination. Styles vary between classic jazz, Blues, Latin Jazz, Swing, etc. No Pop music.

Clothing: Leotard and tights or not baggy stretchy pants. Jazz shoes, ballet slippers or socks, Teddy's Shoes, located on Mass. Ave. in Cambridge (downstairs from the Dance Complex).

Marianne Harkless (See African Section)
Afro-Jazz - Thursdays 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM, $12.00/class

Class description: Afro-Jazz dance is a fusion of African, Afro-Brazilian, Caribbean and jazz dance styles. Classes are up-beat and begin with a warm-up, followed by movement across the floor and a choreographed combination. Students should be barefoot. All levels of dancers are welcome.

Clothing: Choice of sweat pants, leggins, leotards, African wraps and/or sarongs, bare foot. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Ricardo Foster
Hip Hop Adv. Beg. / Int. - Thrusdays, 6:00-7:30pm, $12/class

Contact: Call 617-309-9103

Description: This class is all about getting your groove on. It blends the different styles of hip-hop, jazz, modern, African, tap, and more, with a hint of a cardio workout. Also it adds a carefree party like atmosphere so that all newcomers and veterans to the class can feel comfortable. And also to help everyone let go of their worries for the moment and just have some fun. Although it is geared for advanced beginner and intermediate levels, this is an open class so everyone is welcomed no matter the level or age.

Clothing: Basic gym clothes and dance or gym sneakers. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Sharon Montella
Hip Hop Open - Mondays 7:30-8:30pm, $12/class

Contact: Call Sharon 617-283-4596 or 617-731-7043

Description: Hip Hop is an energetic, open level class that combines the basic hip hop modes of poppin', lockin' and steppin' into clearly defined routines that are fun for all. Sharon clearly breaks down the moves in a way that all can easily follow the routine. Her passion and energy will bring out yours!!

Clothing: Workout wear or anything comfortable to move in; sweats ok, shorts and shirt or sport's top okay. Preferably no jeans. You should wear sneakers or dance shoes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Gretchen Hayden and Chhandika (See Children's Section)

• Kathak Dance - Int. / Adv. (Level 3 youth 12+ yrs & adults) - Sundays 10:30-11:30, $13/class - discount with pre-registration
  • Description: For intermediate and advanced level students, previous class participation required.. In these classes, we focus on three aspects of the dance: Nritta (pure dance, technique) - includes movement exercises, basic tatkar (footwork), chakkars (turns); rhythmic patterns and timing; recitation of the bols (language of the dance). Nritya (dance with rhythm and expression) - use of interpretive gestures, expression, and rendering of traditional songs and poems. Natya (drama) - learning the art of storytelling, the nava rasa (nine sentiments), working with ardhanariswara-shiva/shakti (masculine/feminine energies).
• Kathak Dance for Girls / Boys, 2A / 2B (Prerequisite: completion of Girls / Boys Foundations and Level 1B) - Sundays 10:30-11:30, session fee based on number of classes attended at $13/class
  • Description: Ongoing studies of kathak for young dancers, focusing on the development of footwork and movement technique, kathak yoga, history/theory, and storytelling.
• Kathak Basics for Beginners and Level 1 (for youth 12+ yrs. & adults) - Sundays 12:30-1:30, $13/class
  • Description: No experience required! With the goal of providing dancers a solid foundation in this dance form, this class will cover such basics as: footwork patterns, technique, rhythmic structures, recitation, hand gestures, stances, spins, facial expressions. Elements of storytelling and music will be included, along with information about the cultural influences and history of kathak.

Contact: Call Gretche Hayden at 617-429-2378, email: info@chhandika.org or visit: www.chhandika.org

Kathak is a highly sophisticated classical performing art characterized by intricate footwork, expressive movement of the hands and face, rhythmic intensity, swift turns and elegant stances. Wearing rows of small, brass bells on each ankle, the dancer alternates between recitation, footwork, fixed compositions, improvisation and story telling. In these classes, we focus on three aspects of the dance: Nritta (pure dance, technique) - includes movement exercises, basic tatkar (footwork), chakkars (turns), rhythmic patterns and timing, and recitation of the bols (language of the dance). Nritya (dance with rhythm and expression) - use of interpretive gestures, expression, and rendering of traditional songs and poems. Natya (drama) - learning the art of storytelling, the nava rasa (nine sentiments), working with ardhanariswara-shiva/shakti (masculine/feminine energies).

Clothing: Wear clothes that allow freedom of movement: salwar/kurta outfits, short-sleeves or long sleeves (rather than sleeveless) tops, skirt with leggings or tights underneath, sweat pants with a tunic/long shirt covering the hips, leotard, or t-shirt. Hair needs to be pinned or tied back so it does not cover the face or become distracting while dancing. Kathak is danced with the feet bare and so it is customary to keep feet and the floor as clean as possible.

Deepa Srinath
Bharatnatyam for Beginners - Wednesdays 6:00-7:00pm, $12/class

Introduction: Bharatanatayam is one of the oldest classical dance forms of India. Traditionally performed in the temples, then patronized by the kings, it slowly gained popularity and moved into theatres.

Purpose: Bharatanatayam is taught in a very structured manner. In the beginner classes, students learn the footwork (adavus), hand movements, eye movements and neck movements. As they advance, they learn simple choreographies and then move on to more difficult choreographies. Along with the practical knowledge of dancing, students are also introduced to the history of Bharatanatyam and are also made familiar with Bharatanatyam terms while learning both theory and practical aspects.

Course materials: Notes will be provided by the Instructor. Students are encouraged to ask questions and will be given assignments. Students are also given a practice CD to practice at home.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites are required as this is an entry-level course.

Class Attire: Students are required to wear comfortable clothing. Attire should cover thighs (No short skirt, no tight jeans).

Kieran Jordan
Irish Dance - *Starting Feb.2nd*Tuesdays 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Contact: Visit www.kieranjordan.com FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Description: Designed for beginners and all levels, this class will introduce students to Irish social dance traditions. Set and céilí dances are lively, interactive group dances that create beautiful patterns of movement. Taught on a rotating basis by Kieran Jordan, Jackie O’Riley, and Tara Mullan Rousseau, this class will break down the figures of each dance as well as the appropriate footwork for each style. Students will change partners frequently and do not need to bring a partner to class. Wear dance sneakers or other supportive shoes with a smooth sole.

AnaLinda Marcus

• Fundamentals of Argentine Tango - Mondays, 7:30-8:30PM, pre-registration suggested. $12/class ($65 for the series,$5.00 discount with pre-registration), drop-ins welcome.
  • Description: The Argentine Tango is an improvisational social dance which requires solid technique and inspiration. This is the class for those tools! You will learn the basic tango elements, partner connection, and explore the dynamic and expressive range of tango movement. We will work to integrate the beginning dancer into their breathe and their balance, connect them to their imagination through the music and build a strong, collaborative relationship with their dance partner of the moment. This technique will focus on simplifying the dance, providing a foundation in partner connection, floor navigation and delight in sensual movement.
• Continuing ArgentineTango - Mondays, 8:30-9:30PM, pre-registration suggested. $12/class ($65 for the series, $5.00 discount with pre-registration), drop-ins welcome
  • Description: Take the next step in your Tango. This is and advanced beginner/pre-intermediate level class. You will connect-the-dots from your fundamentals classes and dance seamlessly. We expose the structure and technique of tango to keep memorizing patterns to a minimum. TangoEmbrace classes at this level retain focus on comfort and dynamism in the partner frame. Explore the dynamic and expressive range of tango movement. We will cover Cross steps (Ocho combinations), into turning figures including the Molinete. Learn to make a round box, Whip (Voleo), and tango stops (Paradas).
• Accelerated Learning Option: Take both classes by permission of the teacher or as a repeat student and receive a 25% discount on the first class. Just $54 for the first series!

Contact: Call 617-512-0430 or visit: www.tangoembrace.com

NO PARTNER REQUIRED for any class.

Clothing: Comfortable, for unrestricted movement. Please wear smooth-soled shoes, no sneakers, please. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

April Genovese de la Rosa
N.Y. Salsa Styling (co-ed) - Tuesdays, 8:30-9:30pm, $13/class or 4 classes for $44.

Contact: Call 617-388-0925 or visit www.aprilon2.com

Description: Ladies' Salsa Styling: All Levels. Classes are designed to help you develop and improve: Graceful Body Movement, Elegant Arms, Effortless Head Whips, Creative Expression of your Femininity. Learn how to incorporate the above skills into your partner work. Men are welcome, and will be given male styling options on all material covered in classes.

Clothing: Comfortable, since you will sweat a lot. Wear comfortable shoes to dance in. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Baruch Russo
Intermediate Salsa Tuesday, 7:00-8:00pm, $8/class

Description: The class focuses on leading, following, and body movement for the intermediate student.

Contact: Call: 617-512-3391 or emai: salsa@omhilala.com

Clothing: Comfortable, since you will sweat a lot. Wear comfortable shoes to dance in. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Kelly Silfies & Johnny Giraldo
Beginner Salsa - Thursdays 8:00-9:30pm, $13/class ($60 for 5 weeks)

Contact: Call 617-522-7443, email kelly@salsabostong.com or visit: www.bostonsalsa.com/johnnyandkelly

Description: Just starting to dance salsa or only know a few basics, then join our Beginner Salsa Class and develop your partnering technique, basic steps and turns, and simple turn patterns to get you out on the dance floor. Each class builds on the next to establish a good foundation for our students, who will learn different types of turns and how they connect with each other. Every class starts with the basic steps, so drop-in students are also welcome. No partner required. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about our class.

Clothing: Shoes with leather soles or dance shoes are highly recommended. Rubber-soled shoes make it difficult to turn. Comfortable clothes are also suggested. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Matei Livianu and Hirlley Cremin - NO CLASS MONDAY, MARCH 29 DUE TO THE PASSOVER HOLIDAY.
Beginner Salsa - 8-week Intensive begins March 1, 2010, Mondays 8:00-9:30pm, $13/class, pre-registration suggested (online payment available), Drop-ins still welcome.

Contact: salsamatei@gmail.com or visit www.salsamatei.com

Description: In Beginning Salsa, you will learn the fundamentals of the most popular style of salsa - LA On-1. We work on basic steps, body movement and isolation, essential rhythm, leading/following, and more. No partner is necessary. We rotate partners throughout the class. Newcomers are always welcome.

Clothing: Comfortable, since you will sweat a lot. Avoid baggy pants or shorts. We recommend dancing in leather soled shoes or socks to enable smooth turning. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Roland Edwards
High Beginner / Intermedia Salsa - Tuesdays 7:00-8:00pm, $12/class ($60 for 5 weeks)

Contact: Call 781-866-9945, email: rolandedwards@gmail.com

Every Tuesdays lessons will target different areas to improve the Salsa Dancer skills:

Figures, timing, footwork, amount of turn, dance position,balance, lead, follow, shines, styling, etc

At this level student will feel more confidence, the styling will make you look and feel the dance floor and stregthen your lead and following regardless of your partner, the music being played on the dance floor.

Clothing: Comfortable clothes and shoes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Dennis Goldsmith (see Children's Section)

• Tae Kwon Do - Saturdays 11:30-1:30pm, $14/class, reduced price with pre-registration.
  • Description: Tae Kwon Do is Korean art of self-defense. The students learn mind/body control, discipline, kicking and punching techniques, forms, sparring and weapons, and self-defense. Also the human anatomy is discussed, the way of Tae Kwon Do, and its benefits.
• Cardio Kickboxing -uesdays 7:00-8:00pm, $10/class, reduced price with pre-registration
  • Description: Experience the power of energy and heat in this blistering TKO workout. Packed with core conditioning movements and traditional boxing drills and kicking techniques. The class will enhance strength, agility and stamina. All fitness levels.

Contact: Call 617-868-3042

Clothing for Tae Kwon Do: Sweats or shorts, no shoes. Students can purchase a uniform from the teacher.

Clothing for Cardio Kickboxing: Basic gym clothes and cross-trainer sneakers.

STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Carolisa

Zumba - Exhilarating Dance & Fitness Workout - Wednesdays 7:30-8:30pm, NEW SESSION STARTS MARCH 31, 2010. Reduced price with pre-registration, pre-registration required

Zumba is an energizing dance-fitness workout which combines easy to follow dance moves with traditional exercize steps for maximum aerobic and calorie-burning benefits. Includes moves specifically designed to strengthen the abs and lower body. Dance and workout to a fantastic music mix including latin, world music, reggaeton, with some of the best dance music from each decade mixed in. This is a FUN, high energy "workout party!"

Bellydance - Exhilarating Dance and Fitness Workout - Wednedsays 8:30-9:30pm, NEW SESSION STARTS MARCH 31, 2010, Reduced price with pre-registration, pre-registration required

Bellydance is an exciting Middle Eastern dance, handed down generation to generation from ancient times to present. This dance includes both fast and slower rhythms, body isolations, and fast raveling steps. Bring your dance to the next level with the spectacular Veil dance, figure 8's of the entire body, and soft, flowing hands and arms. In this class you will learn all the elements of the dance and more so you can make up your own routine and develop your own style! (Zills optional) Get quite a workout while having fun!

Contact: Call 978-937-7937, email: moonlightdjs@aol.com or visit www.moonlightdjs.com

Johara Cusick

• Beginning 1 & 2 Middle Eatern Bellydance - Thursdays 6:00-7:00pm, pre-registration suggested, $13 for drop-ins
• Intermediate Middle Eastern Bellydance - Thursdays 7:00-8:00pm, pre-registration suggested, $13 for drop-ins

Contact: Call 617-780-8890, email johara@joharasnakedance.com, or visit www.joharasnakedance.com

Description: From slow and sensual to fast and fiery, Bellydance takes the body on a passionate journey. This dance is for women and men of all ages and body types who have some previous belly dance experience and want to learn more advanced movements and rhythms derived from the Middle and Near East.

Clothing: Wear comfortable clothing that smooths the midriff such as leggings or Indian skirt with tank top. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Andy Taylor Blenis

NEW CLASS: Modern Jazz - Sundays, 10:00 -12:30 pm, $18/class, $5 barre

Description: Modern class for dancers 55+. Class with continuous warm up, focus on modern technique and phrases set to world music selections. Modifications for personal needs and abilities.

Modern 55+ - Mondays 11:30 am -1:00 pm, $10/class

Description: A modern technique class offering combination suitable for older dancers. More information TBA.

Contact: Call 617-875-7426 or email:atayblenis@yahoo.com

Clothing: Comfortable, non-binding, easy to move in clothes and bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Clothing: Bare feet, comfortable dance clothes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Daniel McCusker
Intermediate Modern - Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30-11:00am, $8/class

Contact: Dance Complex 617-547-9363

Clothing: Dance attire, bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Danny Swain
Intermediate Modern - Sundays 3:30-5:00, $12

Contact:Call 857-253-1577

Description: This intermediate-level modern dance class focuses on choreography. You'll learn phrases that combine lush, fluid movements with quirky and pedestrain gestures, and lots of jumps, turns, and rolls.

Clothing: Comfortable clothes, barefoot. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Diane Arvanites-Noya & Tommy Neblett

• Advanced/Intermediate Modern Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays, 10:00-11:30am, $10/class
  • Description: Tuesdays & Fridays (Diane) the choreography builds… Choreography from Tuesday's class will be expanded on Friday. Thursdays (Tommy) the choreography is different each week.
    Class concentrates on proper alignment, use of breath, quality of structural form, oppositional energy, moving through space, directional changes, fall and recovery, speed and performance quality.
• Modern 55+ - Wednesdays 11:00 am -12:30 pm, $10/class
  • Description: A modern technique class offering combination suitable for older dancers. Continuous warm-up begins each class. The class incorporates some improvisation.

Contact: Call 617-576-5336 or visit: www.prometheusdance.org

Clothing: Dance attire, bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Jean Appolon
Modern Technique (Adv. Beginner & Intermediate) - Sundays 11:00am-12:30pm, $13.00/class

Contact: 718.596.6330, www.JeanAppolon.com

Class description: Geared towards advanced beginner to intermediate level dancers. Class will teach a mixture of Horton and Contemporary genres to develop technique and core strength. Original choreography blending Modern, Jazz, African, and Caribbean dance genres will assist the dancer in realizing the potential of these techniques in motion.

Clothing: Choice of sweat pants, leggings, leotards, comfortable dance clothing, bare feet. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Kathy Hassinger
NEW CLASS - Modern Dance Repertory - Thursdays 12:00-1:30pm, starting March 4 - ending April 22, 2010, $12/class

Contact:

Class description: Kathy Hassinger, artistic director of Dance Currents will teach an eight-week workshop of famous Modern Dance repertory at the Dance Complex. The repertory will be selected from the following pieces: Narcissus, by Isadora Duncan; Incense, by Ruth St. Denis: Mazurka and Tango by Ted Shawn; Three Brahms Waltzes by Charles Weidman; The Pond and the Cage by Anna Sokolow; Rainbow Etude by Donald McKayle, Parson’s Etude by David Parsons and Limon Etude, by Carla Maxwell. Ms. Hassinger learned Incense, Mazurka and Tango, Three Brahms Waltzes, and The Pond and the Cage from Jill Beck, a labanotation expert, and Rainbow Etude, Limon Etude, and Parson’s Etude from the American Dance Legacy Institute.

Learning the repertory expands one’s movement vocabulary and understanding of the style and technique of pivotal choreographers.

Rozann Kraus

• Easy Modern - Monday 9:30-11:00am, $9/class.
  • Description: Award winning dancer/choreographer, Rozann Kraus, teaches Easy Modern. With her eclectic blend of modern dance techniques and humor, Kraus is gearing this class to novice, rusty, and recalcitrant dancers.
• Low Intermediate Modern Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm, $9/class
  • Description: Modern dance that is fun, challenging, engaging, illuminating, mind-boggling, and additive free. Taught by award winning choreographer Rozann Kraus.
    

Contact: The Dance Complex 617-547-9363 X15

Clothing: Loose and comfortable; barefoot.

Wendy Jehlen

• Intermediate Modern - Tuesdays 6:00-7:30pm, Pre-register for all eight classes for $80, $12 per class drop-in.
• Intermediate Modern - Wednesdays 9:30-11:00am, $12 per class drop-in.

Contact: Call 617-861-7930 or email: wendy@akhra.org

Description: Contemporary dance - this class will incorporate elements of Modern Dance, Bharata Natyam, Kuchipudi and Odissi (South Indian classical dance), yoga, Capoeira (Brazilian martial art) and African Dance. We will work with new choreography each week as well as developing phrases over several weeks. Dancers of all backgrounds are welcome, however students need previous dance experience.

Clothing: Comfortable clothes, barefoot. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

Maureen Cosgrove

• Level 1 (CCAE) - Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm, $13/class
• Level 2 -Thursdays 7:30-8:30pm, $13/class
• Level 3 - Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm, $13/class
• Level 3/4 - Wednesdays 7:30-8:30pm, $13/class

Contact: 617-236-4759

Description: The classes are all workshop format (workshop times are from 10-14 weeks, generally). Students may join at anytime. It is possible to catch up even when joining mid-workshop since notation and music are available. (Notation is free.) Also the atmospheres of the classes are friendly and non-competitive, making the newcomer feel welcome. A single class can be taken at any time, after which time students need to commit to the workshop ($12/class when taken as a workshop w/make-up classes, pro-rating, and payment plans available).

Clothing: Comfortable exercise-type clothing, pants short enough to see ankles (or rolled up). Tap shoes are not required for the first class or two (wear shoes in which you can stand on the ball of your feet). STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

YOGA / PILATES / STRETCH

Lisa Simon
Stretch - Mondays 6:00-7:00pm, Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm, $11/class

Description: Integrated Stretch includes Yoga, resistance stretching, dance and sports stretching techniques done to great music! Class flows at a slow, consistent pace, and students work on their own. Stretch is not geared specifically to dancers, but good for all!

Clothing: Comfortable clothes, barefoot. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

NEW CLASS: Modern Dance Repertory - Thursdays 12:00-1:30pm, starting March 4 - ending April 22, 2010, $12/class

Teacher: Kathy Hassinger

Class description: Kathy Hassinger, artistic director of Dance Currents will teach an eight-week workshop of famous Modern Dance repertory at the Dance Complex. The repertory will be selected from the following pieces: Narcissus, by Isadora Duncan; Incense, by Ruth St. Denis: Mazurka and Tango by Ted Shawn; Three Brahms Waltzes by Charles Weidman; The Pond and the Cage by Anna Sokolow; Rainbow Etude by Donald McKayle, Parson ’ s Etude by David Parsons and Limon Etude, by Carla Maxwell. Ms. Hassinger learned Incense, Mazurka and Tango, Three Brahms Waltzes, and The Pond and the Cage from Jill Beck, a labanotation expert, and Rainbow Etude, Limon Etude, and Parson ’ s Etude from the American Dance Legacy Institute.

Learning the repertory expands one ’ s movement vocabulary and understanding of the style and technique of pivotal choreographers.

NEW CLASS: Bharatnatyam for Beginners - Wednesdays 6:00-7:00pm, $12/class

Teacher: Deepa Srinath

Introduction: Bharatanatayam is one of the oldest classical dance forms of India. Traditionally performed in the temples, then patronized by the kings, it slowly gained popularity and moved into theatres.

Purpose: Bharatanatayam is taught in a very structured manner. In the beginner classes, students learn the footwork (adavus), hand movements, eye movements and neck movements. As they advance, they learn simple choreographies and then move on to more difficult choreographies. Along with the practical knowledge of dancing, students are also introduced to the history of Bharatanatyam and are also made familiar with Bharatanatyam terms while learning both theory and practical aspects.

Course materials: Notes will be provided by the Instructor. Students are encouraged to ask questions and will be given assignments. Students are also given a practice CD to practice at home.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites are required as this is an entry-level course.

Class Attire: Students are required to wear comfortable clothing. Attire should cover thighs (No short skirt, no tight jeans).

NEW CLASS: High Beginner / Intermedia Salsa - Tuesdays 7:00-8:00pm, $12/class ($60 for 5 weeks)

Teacher: Roland Edwards

Contact: Call 781-866-9945, email: rolandedwards@gmail.com

Every Tuesdays lessons will target different areas to improve the Salsa Dancer skills:

Figures, timing, footwork, amount of turn, dance position,balance, lead, follow, shines, styling, etc

At this level student will feel more confidence, the styling will make you look and feel the dance floor and stregthen your lead and following regardless of your partner, the music being played on the dance floor.

Clothing: Comfortable clothes and shoes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

NEW CLASS: ORGANIC Ballet - Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:30-12:00, $13/class, $7/barre only

Teacher: Rebecca Rice

Contact: www.rebeccaricedance.com

Join choreographer Rebecca Rice Tuesday and Thursday mornings for a class that explores movement from both the ballet and classical modern idioms. Ballet barre will be standard as well as attention to movement that builds both virtuosity of technique and creative self-expression.

Rebecca's dance classes focus on developing technical, theatrical performers and build strong, musical and organic movers. They seek to develop a dance artist’s sensibility, creativity, precision, and strength using techniques from Ballet, Bill Evans/ Limon-based modern, Laban, Effort Shape as well as various Pilates and Zena Rommets floor work. Ballet barre, classical and contemporary movement as well as new choreographic ideas will be part of every class. Attention to working with challenging rhythms in order to build strong musicality will be stressed.

QUOTE: "Rebecca Rice has forged a movement lexicon that fuses ballet and modern dance in a way that seems totally organic, comfortably familiar yet not routine. The foundation in traditional ballet is impeccably clear, yet her work is grounded in the weighted earthiness and gestural richness of modern dance."

STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

NEW CLASS: Modern Jazz - Sundays, 10:00 -12:30 pm, $18/class, $5 barre

Teacher: Andy Taylor Blenis

Contact: Call 617-875-7426 or email:atayblenis@yahoo.com

Description: Modern class for dancers 55+. Class with continuous warm up, focus on modern technique and phrases set to world music selections. Modifications for personal needs and abilities.

Clothing: Bare feet, comfortable dance clothes. STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

NEW CLASS: Hoops Dance Class / all levels - starting Thursday, beginning December 3, 2009: 8:30-9:30pm - $13/class

Teacher: Marria Kee

Contact: Call 781-507-1360, email hoop@bostonhooptroop.com or visit: bostonhooptroop.com

Description: You can email hoop@bostonhooptroop.com to reserve your space or to have your questions answered. Hoops Provided!

Come experience the amazing practice of hula hoop dance with Marria Grace of the Boston Hoop Troop. This class caters to all levels of hoopers ~ whether you've been practicing for years or are picking it up for the first time. This movement art builds serious core strength & works the whole body. We jam out to music & work on our grace & flow. All ages, sexes & levels are welcome!

STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

NEW CLASS: Irish Step - starting February 2, 2010, Tuesday, 6:00-7:00pm, $12/class

Teacher: Kieran Jordan

Contact: Call 617-322-9889, email kjordan569@earthlink.net or visit: www.kieranjordan.com

Description: "Irish Dance" - designed for beginners and all levels, this class will introduce students to Irish social dance traditions. Set and céilí dances are lively, interactive group dances that create beautiful patterns of movement. Taught on a rotating basis by Kieran Jordan, Jackie O’Riley, and Tara Mullan Rousseau, this class will break down the figures of each dance as well as the appropriate footwork for each style. Students will change partners frequently and do not need to bring a partner to class. Wear dance sneakers or other supportive shoes with a smooth sole.

STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

NEW CLASS: Break Dancing - starting February 15, 2010, Monday 5:00-6:00pm, $12/class

Teacher: Lino "leanski" Delgado

Contact: email leanski@gmail.com or visit www.floorlords.com

Description: The class will consist of classic Bboy/girl top rock, footwork, & freezes for beginners and for dancers who need to work on foundation, top rock, & floor rock.

STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.

NEW CLASS: Making Dances (for home schooled children, ages 9 - 14) - starting February 24, - April 28, 2010, Wednesdays from 12:30-2pm, $140/semester

Teachers: Joan Green

Contact: Email Joan Green at joangreen@gmail.com.

Description:In this class, dancer and choreographer Joan Green leads students (ages 9 through 13) through activities designed to introduce the fundamental elements of dance. The mood is informal and lively. The class includes structures in improvisation and composition with an emphasis on self-discovery through movement. Activities build movement vocabulary and broaden the students’ range of choreographic possibilities. Students work in duet and trio structures, as well as with the whole group, to create their own dances, with the instructor there to provide guidance and inspiration. The Spring semester will consist of ten sessions and will culminate in an informal performance of the dance works created.

STREET SHOES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY STUDIO AT ANY TIME.